Adam Anderson (politician)
Adam Anderson | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Florida House of Representatives from the 57th district | |
| Assumed office November 8, 2022 | |
| Preceded by | Mike Beltran |
| Personal details | |
| Political party | Republican |
| Alma mater | Florida State University |
Adam Charles Anderson is an American politician and businessman.[1][2] He is the Republican member for District 57 in the Florida House of Representatives.[3][4][5][6][7] He graduated with Bachelors of Science in Real Estate and Finance from Florida State University in 2005.[8] He was first elected in 2022. He is the Managing Partner and CEO of MRA Capital Partners, LP and Cofounder of MRA Advisory Group with offices in Tampa, Florida and Parsippany, New Jersey.
Florida House of Representatives
[edit]Elections
[edit]2022
[edit]In 2022, Anderson won his first election.[3][9][10] See also: 2022 Florida House of Representatives election
2024
[edit]Subsequently, Representative Anderson was reelected against challenger Kelly Johnson 58.8% to 36.8%.[11][12] See also: 2024 Florida House of Representatives Election
Committee Assignments
[edit]- Health & Human Services Committee (Republican Committee Whip) [14]
- Healthcare Regulation Subcomittee
- Health & Human Services Committee
- Healthcare Regulation Subcommittee
- Joint Committee on Public Counsel Oversight
- Higher Education Appropriations Subcommittee
- Insurance and Banking Subcommittee
- Local Administration, Federal Affairs & Special Districts Subcommittee
- Health Care Facilities & Systems Subcommittee (Chairman)
- Health & Human Services Committee
- Judiciary Committee
- Health Care Budget Subcommittee
- Insurance & Banking Subcommittee
- Natural Resources & Disasters Subcommittee
Notable Legislation
[edit]Genomic and Rare Disease Initiatives
[edit]Anderson pioneered the establishment of the Florida Institute for Pediatric Rare Diseases within the Florida State University College of Medicine to advance research, diagnosis, and treatment of rare diseases in children.[4][5][6][7]
Introduced the Sunshine Genetics Pilot Program, an initiative offering genetic testing for newborns to identify rare diseases early, in addition to the state's existing screening program.[16][17]
HB 907 created the Sunshine Genetics Consortium to foster collaboration across the nation among professionals from universities and children's hospitals to advance genetic research and medicine, integrating advanced technologies and education.[18][19]
Championed legislation to add Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy to the state newborn screening.[20][21]
References
[edit]- ^ "Adam Anderson". Ballotpedia. Retrieved January 3, 2024.
- ^ "Adam Anderson". Florida House of Representatives. Retrieved January 30, 2025.
- ^ a b "Florida Republican wins state House seat after opponent booted off of ballot". Tampa Bay Times. Retrieved January 3, 2024.
- ^ a b "'A giant leap': Lawmaker announces FSU's new Institute for Pediatric Rare Diseases". Tallahassee Democrat. Retrieved February 3, 2024.
- ^ a b "Unlocking the Genetic Secrets of Rare Childhood Diseases". Florida Trend. Retrieved February 3, 2024.
- ^ a b "Matthew A. Love: Making the latest genetic diagnostic tools available to Florida's most vulnerable kids". Florida Politics. August 7, 2023. Retrieved February 3, 2024.
- ^ a b Haughney, Kathleen (February 1, 2024). "FSU launches groundbreaking Institute for Pediatric Rare Diseases". Florida State University News. Retrieved February 3, 2024.
- ^ "Request Rejected". flhouse.gov. Retrieved April 4, 2025.
- ^ "Candidate Tracking system - Florida Division of Elections - Department of State". dos.elections.myflorida.com. Retrieved April 16, 2025.
- ^ "Pinellas County Supervisor of Elections > Election Information > Elections > Current & Upcoming Elections1 > 2022 Primary Election". www.votepinellas.gov. Archived from the original on July 16, 2024. Retrieved April 16, 2025.
- ^ "Adam Anderson". Ballotpedia. Retrieved April 16, 2025.
- ^ "Florida House of Representatives elections, 2024". Ballotpedia. Retrieved April 16, 2025.
- ^ "Adam Anderson, Committee Membership for 2022-2024 Term". www.flhouse.gov. Retrieved April 16, 2025.
- ^ "Health & Human Services Committee for 2022 - 2024". www.flhouse.gov. Retrieved April 16, 2025.
- ^ "Adam Anderson Current Committee Assignments". flhouse.gov. Retrieved April 16, 2025.
- ^ "House Bill 907 (2025) - The Florida Senate". www.flsenate.gov. Retrieved April 16, 2025.
- ^ "CS/CS/HB 907 - Florida Institute for Pediatric Rare Diseases". m.myfloridahouse.gov. Retrieved April 16, 2025.
- ^ Taylor, Janelle Irwin (March 11, 2025). "Adam Anderson's 'Sunshine Genetics Act' advances, offering promise for rare disease research and treatment". Florida Politics - Campaigns & Elections. Lobbying & Government. Retrieved April 16, 2025.
- ^ "'Sunshine Genetics Act' aims to advance care and research for rare diseases". WFLA (in Mexican Spanish). March 14, 2025. Archived from [ttps://www.wfla.com/news/florida/sunshine-genetics-act-aims-to-advance-care-and-research-for-rare-diseases/ the original] on March 14, 2025. Retrieved April 16, 2025.
- ^ "CS/HB 1089 - Newborn Screenings". www.flhouse.gov. Retrieved April 16, 2025.
- ^ "House Bill 1089 (2025) - The Florida Senate". www.flsenate.gov. Retrieved April 16, 2025.
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